Superstitious beliefs may seem irrational, but they can nevertheless catch on in a society. Using an…
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Exploring what happens inside fires and explosions
The inside of a fire might be the last place one would explore, but a new…
Taming the genome’s ‘jumping’ sequences
Scientists have discovered how a family of proteins that regulates the activity of transposable elements in…
From nata de coco to computer screens: Cellulose gets a chance to shine
Researchers meticulously measured the optical birefringence of highly aligned cellulose nanofibers, paving the way for sharper…
Ocean currents bring good news for reef fish
A new study suggests reefs suffering coral bleaching can still be productive, as fish dependent on…
Cell-killing proteins suppress listeria without killing cells
New research shows that key proteins known for their ability to prevent viral infections by inducing…
Infamous ‘death roll’ almost universal among crocodile species
The iconic 'death roll' of alligators and crocodiles may be more common among species than previously…
Firms are better off revealing their environmental practices
Firms that value and practice environmental transparency in their reporting to stakeholders are in general better…
Can science writing be automated?
A team of researchers has developed a neural network, a form of artificial intelligence, that can…
Breakthrough for children with serious epileptic seizures
Emergency medicine doctors now have a better way to treat severe epileptic seizures in children, thanks…